Casual Librarian

London District Catholic School Board; Cornwall; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The London District Catholic School Board is seeking Casual Librarians for the 2024-2025 school year. The role involves supporting classroom learning and guiding students in their research and resource use. Candidates should possess a Library Technician diploma or a Master's in Library Science, with strong communication skills and experience working with children. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to an educational atmosphere that fosters student growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year community college Library Technician diploma or Master of Library and Information Science.
• Experience working in a library setting with children and young adults is required.
• Ability to communicate in French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support and extend classroom learning by fostering a love for reading.
• Guide students to research with purpose and process.
• Help students access, select, and use resources for information and leisure.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Presentation Skills

Knowledge of Library Resources

Human Relations Skills

Education

Library Technician diploma

Master of Library and Information Science

Tools

Integrated Library Software (Symphony)

Job description

The London District Catholic School Board has a reputation for excellence, with more than 4,500 employees working together to educate approximately 27,500 students at 44 elementary schools, 9 secondary schools and St. Patrick Adult & Continuing Education within Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin counties, including the cities of London, St. Thomas, Strathroy and Woodstock.

The London District Catholic School Board is currently accepting applications for:

CASUAL LIBRARIANS

(Casual and Long-Term Assignments)

2024-2025 School Year

School librarians support and extend classroom learning by fostering a love for reading, guiding students to research with purpose and process, and helping students access, select, and use resources for information and for leisure. Our school librarians enjoy serving all levels of the student population from JK to grade 12.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year community college Library Technician diploma, or Master of Library and Information Science.
• Knowledge of integrated library software –Symphony- will be an asset.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, as well as outstanding customer service skills.
• Knowledge of traditional and electronic resources is necessary and experience working in a library setting with children and young adults is required.
• Ability to communicate in French is an asset
• Self-motivated individual with excellent human relations skills
• Possess an understanding and appreciation of Catholic Education and the Mission of the London District Catholic School Board.
• Able to work collaboratively with students, staff, and administration
  
  

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: $26.61/hour-Elementary; $28.19/hour-Secondary

Application must include: Apply to Education Portfolio, cover letter and resume, documented proof of qualification, and the names and contact information of three supervisory references, one of whom is your current supervisor. Please note that we cannot accept personal references such as friends, family, or coworkers.

The London District Catholic schools exist to provide an educational atmosphere that fosters and directs the spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social growth of all our students to enable them to live and contribute as responsible Catholics in any society. Hiring a diverse workforce will best serve our students and promote an inclusive environment. The London District Catholic School Board is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences, and needs of our students and school communities. All hiring decisions will be fair, consistent, transparent, and made in accordance with applicable laws, including the Ontario Human Rights Code and the school board collective agreements.

The London District Catholic School Board is committed to providing accommodations. If you require an accommodation to enable your participation in the interview & selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Please advise the Board when contacted for an interview.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

V. Romeo, Director G. Pizzuti Chair